DANIEL LOVITZ NEWS

Subbed on against Philadelphia Union Lovitz generated one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Philadelphia Union.

Impact Lovitz replaced Alex Muyl in the 71st minute but had minimal involvement in the game, recording only 12 touches and four passes. Lovitz has been in a poor run of form recently, failing to deliver any standout performances.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four assists in 2023 Lovitz posted four assists, 38 chances created, 130 crosses, 64 clearances and 58 tackles across 34 starts during the 2023 MLS season.

Impact Lovitz was a regular starter for Nashville on the left side of the defense, and while he wasn't as influential as Shaq Moore on the opposite flank, he still made his mark on both ends of the field. Lovitz has improved his offensive play in recent years and has finished with four or more assists in each of the last three seasons, and he will look to repeat these numbers next year since he remains under contract with Nashville.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Orlando City Lovitz registered two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 93rd minute.

Impact Lovitz finished the elimination game with zero crosses, which he logged only thrice across his 34 games in 2023. Despite the first-round playoff elimination, he fared well in most categories. Compared to 2022, Lovitz crossed less but crossed more accurately (34 accurate crosses) and took more corners (67). Lovitz equaled his 2022 assist tally in 2023, during which he logged four assists.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Nashville with four crosses Lovitz crossed four times (one accurate), made three tackles (winning two) and three clearances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Lovtiz was a part of the Nashville back four that didn't concede from open play while tying for the team-high with four crosses. Lovtiz ends the regular season with four assists, 127 crosses, 35 chances created and 55 tackles in 32 appearances.-

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligable to return Lovitz is set to make a return for Saturday's match against the Revolution after serving a one-match suspension.

Impact Lovitz will likely return to left back Saturday after missing last match with a suspension. He's totaled an assist with 26 crosses (13 accurate), 17 clearances and 10 tackles in the last seven league games played.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Lovitz was sent off in the second half on Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Orlando.

Impact Lovitz was shown a second yellow card 11 minutes into stoppage time with his team pushing for the game tying goal. The defender will miss Saturday's match against Philadelphia through suspension.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses, three corners Lovitz had six crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 92nd minute.

Impact The left flank continued to serve Lovitz well during September. He finished the month with 16 crosses (six accurate), eight corners and one assist across four appearances. Ideally for Nashville SC, Lovitz continues to serve well as the team fights for a playoff spot in October.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on opening goal Lovitz assisted once to go with six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Thursday's 3-0 win over Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Lovitz delivered an accurate cross following a corner, which was headed in by Fafa Picault, to give Nashville a 1-0 lead in the 29th minute. It marked the fourth assist of the season for Lovitz, which already ties his total from last season, albeit in five fewer appearances. Lovitz also won one of two tackles and completed 36 passes in the match.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers seven crosses Lovitz generated one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (six accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against Atlanta United.

Impact Lovitz had a decent outing against Atlanta, registering seven crosses (six accurate), four chances created and two clearances. The 32-year-old has been a great two-way player for Nashville this season, and should remain a consistent starter moving forward. His only match missed all season was due to picking up a red card.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option once more Lovitz served a one-match ban due to a yellow card sending off and is eligible to return.

Impact Lovitz picked up the suspension for the final match before the Leagues Cup break and is eligible to return after the break. The defender has been a consistent starter and will be straight back in the starting XI when fully fit.

JULY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Issued double yellow Lovitz recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 2-0 defeat to Philadelphia Union. He was sent off after acquiring two yellow card...

Impact Lovitz was shown his second yellow card of the match and was sent off Wednesday. He is set to miss Saturday's trip to Cincinnati. It will also be the first match the defender will miss this season as he has started all 23 games thus far, totaling three assists and averaging about 3.9 crosses per contest. Taylor Washington would be the first player up to get the start at left back Saturday in his absence.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

One shot and three crosses in loss Lovitz generated one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Columbus Crew.

Impact Lovitz didn't play the full 90 minutes for the first time this season after being subbed off in the 79th minute. He has started every game in the defense for Nashville SC this season. The 31-year-old has split the role of taking set pieces with Hany Mukhtar this year and took two corners today.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on match winner Lovitz sent in five crosses, created two chances, and assisted on the match winner in Saturday's 2-1 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Lovitz continues to add fantasy value as a set piece taking defender. He's up to three assists on the season and he'll look to keep the momentum going at Toronto FC on Saturday.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Defends well in win Lovitz made a block, four clearances and an interception in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Charlotte FC. He also took a shot and won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Lovitz has started all 14 of Nashville's league games this season at left-back, and he's tallied nine shots and 16 chances created going forward while also making 29 clearances and keeping six clean sheets defensively.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in draw Lovitz attempted four crosses (none accurate) and took one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Lovitz is yet to register an assist despite attempting 48 crosses (10 accurate) so far this season. The left-back, who managed four assists last season, has created 13 chances and it should only be a matter of time before he gets off the mark.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four corners in 3-0 win Lovitz sent in four crosses, created three chances, and took one shot on goal in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Chicago Fire.

Impact Not only did Lovitz do his job defensively to help Nashville earn another clean sheet, but he was also a force to be dealt with on the attacking end. He continues to deputize on a share of Nashville SC's set pieces, which adds to his fantasy appeal as a defender capable of racking up points on the attacking end, too.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses in loss Lovitz sent in 11 crosses (four accurate) and won six duels in Saturday's 2-1 loss at New York City FC.

Impact Lovitz continues to stand over a notable share of set pieces, making him a viable fantasy defender with both attacking and defensive upside. Lovitz will be back at it again on Saturday in a home tilt with unbeaten LAFC.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances vs. Toronto Lovitz made four clearances, an interception and created three chances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Toronto FC. He also won four of four tackles in the match.

Impact Lovitz played well on both sides of the ball in Saturday's scoreless draw, and he has kept five clean sheets while starting all seven of Nashville's matches this season at left-back.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Lovitz took two shots and created three chances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against the Revolution. He also made a clearance, two interceptions and won one of one tackles in the match...

Impact Lovitz was very active going forward from left-back on Saturday, but it wasn't enough to prevent his side's first loss of the season against New England.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to take corners Lovitz contributed to a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw at New York Red Bulls.

Impact While Nashville didn't get much going on the attacking end, Lovitz continues to play a part on corner kicks. Look for him to continue to play an integral role on both sides of the field in a favorable home matchup with Montreal.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter for Nashville Lovitz kept seven clean sheets and tallied a goal and four assists across 32 MLS appearances (30 starts) at left-back/left wing-back this season.

Impact Lovitz was the unquestioned starter whether Nashville played with three, four or five at the back in 2022, but new arrival Jacob Shaffelburg could push him in the position moving forward, even if he's mostly played in midfield so far for the club.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles FC looks for 20th win of season, hosts Nashville

Los Angeles FC looks for its 20th win of the season when it hosts Nashville

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sets up late goal Lovitz had an assist while crossing five times (one accurate), creating three chances, blocking two shots and making two tackles (winning one) during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Houston.

Impact Lovtiz set up Walker Zimmermann in the 96th minute providing his fourth assist of the season. The fullback has made 30 appearances on the season helping Nashville to six clean sheets while having five goal involvements.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mukhtar's 21 goals takes MLS lead, Nashville tops Austin 3-0

Hany Mukhtar's two goals and Joe Willis' three saves lifted Nashville to a win over Austin on Saturday by a score of 3-0

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS